Tag: Economy

Initiative Reaches Key Signature Threshold Early

Last week, the Building an Affordable California Act campaign notified the California Secretary of State that it has surpassed the 25% signature threshold required...

Barrera: California Needs ‘Thoughtful’ Regulation of AI

California lawmakers should carefully balance efforts to regulate the state’s growing AI industry with ways to support its sweeping potential for economic growth, CalChamber’s...

New Report: AB 566 Threatens California Economy, Consumers, Small Businesses

A new report by Capitol Matrix Consulting, commissioned by the California Chamber of Commerce, concludes that Assembly Bill 566 (AB 566) poses a significant...

California Tourism Projected to Decline Following Strong 2024

May is California Tourism Month – a time to recognize one of the most dynamic engines of the state’s economy: the travel and tourism...

Tariffs Study Bill Moves with CalChamber Support

More information to evaluate the full impact of federal tariffs and reciprocal tariffs on the California economy will become available if a California Chamber...

California Leads Nation in Women-Owned Businesses

A new research brief from the University of Southern California highlights California’s national leadership in women-owned businesses, finding that the state is home to...

Visit LA: Support Local Businesses and Help Region Recover from Wildfires

California’s tourism board is urging tourists to visit Los Angeles County and help support the region’s local businesses and economy. Wildfires have affected certain regions...

Governor’s Budget Proposal: $322 Billion with No Deficit

Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom presented a balanced $322.3 billion budget without a deficit. His fiscal plan provides for $228.9 billion in general fund spending...

AI Models Bill Will Hurt Economy, State Industry Leadership, Study Concludes

The California economy and state leadership in the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry will be hurt by a pending bill that aims to establish...